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The Press Operator runs machines that creates component parts by measuring the shape of the part and cutting it out of plastic or metal. Their role is to read blueprints to determine how to set their press machines and perform the necessary calculations to produce the correct product. Their responsibilities are to hear and see slight irregularities in their machine to identify a possible mechanical issue, inspect the products produced to ensure they meet the specifications outlined in the blueprints, understand the mechanics of pressing machines to figure out why a malfunction has occurred, follow all safety rules at all times, perform regular machine maintenance, and create a report of th...

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Avg Pay: $42K
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  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in General Studies
    The number of occurrences matches with Press Operator in our database.
    Avg. Duration:45 monthsAvg. Fees:$23,007Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Degree in General Education
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$12,528Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Associate Degree in Hospitality
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    Avg. Duration:2 monthsAvg. Fees:$17,100Type:Mostly part timeView more on Studyportals
  • Associate Degree in Applied Science
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    Avg. Duration:24 monthsAvg. Fees:$11,100Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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Annual Pay Estimate for Press Operator and Other Important Info

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5.7 years
$41K
The average years of experience in the workforce prior to having this role
3.73 years
Entry
The average number of roles it took our users to get to this one
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1432 out of 4012

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